Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 5, 2012

And while there are many individuals and groups working to make that a reality, it’s a rather difficult achievement because of the way we have set our society up to be one of convenience and disposability rather than reuse. Reuse Everything Glass jars make great water bottles at home. Shredded paper can be put in compost piles.

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Home Making Reuse Recycle 229

The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. We share our home with a 70lb rescued mutt. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights. As an adult, it’s important to me to continue to be generous, as well as, provide financial security for myself and my family.

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Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 185

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 19, 2013

I now grow almost all of the vegetables and some of the fruits my family eats through the year. If you are lucky enough to have a greenhouse, you might be able to grow some tropical plants, but don’t plan on feeding your family homegrown pineapples or oranges if you live in Vermont. Compost Yard And Garden Waste.

Gardening 202

Gardening Garden Flowers and Plants Money 202

Couponing 101

MARCH 12, 2011

This family lives a Zero Waste lifestyle – meaning they REFUSE, reduce, reuse, and recycle almost everything. You can see an example of six months worth of trash in their home – it all fits in two hands. When I came across the Zero Waste Home blog I was captivated. I am in AWE. Thanks, Money Saving Mom !

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Compost Composting Reuse Recycle 69

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 4, 2013

Compost kitchen waste to feed your garden. 8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse 10 Ways To Make Your Home A Zero-Waste Facility Tips for Wasting Less Food How To Be a Frugal Family Save Money by Freezing – Tips for Quality Freezing. You can do the same. Look for ways to re-use what you already have. Go Green'

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Re-use Home and Garden Bulk Electronics 278

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2013

moved from simple dumping on land or sea, to burial, sanitary landfill, feeding to swine, reduction, incineration, and various forms of composting”. A landfill is not like a compost pile, where the purpose is to bury trash in such a way that it will decompose quickly.”. percent, was either recycled or composted.

Economical 188

Economical Recycle Recycled Recycling 188

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 5, 2016

Why not reuse and save some money! #1 1 – Wood Polish: Orange oil is a natural way to polish all the wood in your home. Light the oily stem as if it were a wick and you’ll have a nice, orange-scented candle keeping your home smelling great. How to Build a Raised Bed Vegetable Garden.

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Used Home and Garden Re-use Gardening 58